How to Choose RLM Lighting for Your Home

What is it?

RLM stands for Reflector Luminaire Manufacturer. These retro style light fixtures originated as industrial lighting, and are still commonly used in commercial applications, although they have found their way into residential lighting as well. RLM fixtures are ideal for restaurants, shopping centers, hotels, and multi-family residential exteriors. Appropriate for indoor or outdoor use, they are commonly used to light walkways and illuminate signs, and can be found on building facades, providing illumination above or below awnings, or functioning as wall washers.

Custom Configuration

RLM light fixtures are designed primarily as reflectors that direct light downward without the addition of a diffuser. A typical RLM shade includes a lampholder channel and a reflective underside. Styles range from classic to contemporary, from functional to decorative. The most basic warehouse-style shade lives up to its name in its basic appearance, while other designs take retro style to the extreme and are appropriate for an upscale shopping center or a casual bistro. Shades are usually constructed of spun or cast aluminum or cold-rolled steel, though some may feature brass or copper construction. Shade diameters can vary from barely 7” to 27” or more.

Mounting hardware for RLM fixtures is selected independently of the shade and can be chosen from a range of options as extensive as the variety of shades.

Voltage options are available for commercial and residential applications.

Choose Function, Choose Style

While true RLM fixtures are designed primarily for commercial use, the RLM look can be found in many residential fixtures that feature retro styling. Pre-configured pendants and wall sconces are readily available that give the look of RLM with the convenience of a complete fixture. So whether your purpose is lighting a warehouse or lighting up your dining room, RLM lighting may be just the thing for you.

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